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Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel

Criterion Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
South Hill
6.8 out of 10, (15)
"if you love a victorian vibe place this a hotel to stay. Me and my partner really love the place and their foods are superb. "
Australia
Levi
The price is ￥8,505
￥9,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Garden
Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park

Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park
3.0 star property
23.8 km from South Hill
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (54)
"Room was great. Slept well. Bathroom is a little walk from the cabin. "
United States
Ray
The price is ￥7,481
￥8,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Glenavys Waitaki River Motor Camp - Caravan Park
Exterior
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
Oamaru North, 2.8 km from South Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (305)
"Nice place to stay "
Australia
Peter
The price is ￥14,765
￥16,980 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
Dining
Casa Nova House

Casa Nova House

Casa Nova House
5.0 star property
Oamaru North, 4.2 km from South Hill
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"Great place with super helpfull personal."
United States
ron d
The price is ￥43,951
￥51,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Casa Nova House
Banquet hall
Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers Resort

Teschemakers Resort
3.0 star property
8.5 km from South Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"Very nice and quiet!"
Australia
Jawid
The price is ￥19,455
￥22,373 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Teschemakers Resort
Terrace/patio
Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Pen-y-bryn Lodge
5.0 star property
Historic Precinct, 1.1 km from South Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"Unique graceful spreading layout adds wonder to this attractive Victorian B & B. The gardens in spring are a riot of color, the food delicious and the bed comfortable. The hosts, James and James are delightful. "
United States
Brindan
The price is ￥63,218
￥73,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
Front of property
Poshtel

Poshtel

Poshtel
5.0 star property
1.6 km from South Hill
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (354)
"Beautiful historic building. Very walkable to nearby resturaunts and town sites. Lovely lounge. Great breakfast."
United States
Thomas
The price is ￥17,215
￥19,933 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 17 - Jan 18, 2026
Poshtel
Courtyard
The Mews Oamaru

The Mews Oamaru

The Mews Oamaru
4.5 star property
2.2 km from South Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (353)
"Clean and comfortable, would be happy to stay again"
Australia
Anthony
The price is ￥17,771
￥20,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
The Mews Oamaru
Front of property
289 Midway Motel

289 Midway Motel

289 Midway Motel
3.0 star property
2.2 km from South Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (309)
"Just what we wanted 😀"
Australia
Bruce
The price is ￥15,359
￥17,663 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
289 Midway Motel
Garden
Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel

Colonial Lodge Motel
3.5 star property
Oamaru North, 4.8 km from South Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (259)
"Quiet and good value. Full cooking facilities."
Australia
Helen
The price is ￥14,805
￥17,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Colonial Lodge Motel
Superior Studio (charges may applied for twin beds) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru

Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
4.0 star property
1.9 km from South Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (374)
"Good parking Easy access to town"
Australia
Bob
The price is ￥13,390
￥15,398 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Bella Vista Motel Oamaru
Property entrance
Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North, 3.3 km from South Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (704)
"Great parking, front desk service was quick and efficient. "
Australia
Kate
The price is ￥11,935
￥13,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Deluxe Studio, Private Bathroom | Premium bedding, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Ascot Oamaru Motel

Ascot Oamaru Motel

Ascot Oamaru Motel
3.0 star property
Oamaru North, 5.1 km from South Hill
7.6 out of 10, Good, (452)
"Everything was as youvwould expect. Nothing special. Nothing out of place."
Australia
Tere
The price is ￥15,779
￥18,170 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Ascot Oamaru Motel
Standard Two Bedroom Unit - 1 Queen, 3 Singles | In-room dining
Heritage Court Lodge

Heritage Court Lodge

Heritage Court Lodge
4.0 star property
Oamaru North, 3.4 km from South Hill
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (390)
"Nice, clean hotel...suited our purpose for 1 night"
United States
Carolyn
The price is ￥9,144
￥10,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Heritage Court Lodge
Kitchen Studio | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel

Alpine Motel
2.5 star property
2.2 km from South Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (242)
"Alpine motel staff we're super friendly and helpful would highly recommend this motel will definitely be staying again "
Australia
David
The price is ￥10,871
￥12,643 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 17 - Jan 18, 2026
Alpine Motel
Exterior detail
Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
3.5 star property
1.4 km from South Hill
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (565)
"Very nice place and very convenient location "
United States
Pradeep
The price is ￥12,197
￥14,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
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Where to stay in South Hill

Find the best South Hill areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Oamaru North

While Oamaru North isn't home to many top sights, Whitestone Cheese Factory and North Otago Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Ardgowan

Ardgowan might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and North Otago Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Oamaru showing outdoor art

Historic Precinct

While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Harbour.

Weston

While Weston might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Oamaru Gardens and North Otago Museum.

Holmes Hill

While Holmes Hill isn't home to many top sights, Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top South Hill Hotel Reviews

Cozy 2 Bedrooms Lavender Garden House at Oamaru, sweet as home!

Cozy 2 Bedrooms Lavender Garden House at Oamaru, sweet as home!

10/10 Excellent
"The place had everything we needed. Perfect!"
Dean W. 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Cozy 2 Bedrooms Lavender Garden House at Oamaru, sweet as home!

Frequently asked questions

What is South Hill like?
Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Oamaru's South Hill neighborhood. Be sure to check out Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony as part of your South Hill travel plans.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in South Hill?
Based on our traveler data, Criterion Boutique Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay in South Hill. It's a hotel offering free WiFi. Another good option for your stay in the neighborhood is The Nest on Till.
How many hotels can I expect to find in South Hill?
If you're searching for places to stay in Oamaru, choose from one of Expedia's 10 hotels and other accommodations in South Hill.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Hill, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in South Hill.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to South Hill?
To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to South Hill, head over to our customer service page.
What are the top things to see and do in South Hill?
Spend some time exploring the natural setting of South Hill with a visit to Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony. Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Grainstore Gallery are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. NZ Malt Whisky Company, Auto Museum, and Woolstore Complex are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Hill. Steam Train and Steampunk HQ are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Oamaru.